Affiliations

The Igbo Council of Chiefs/Traditional Rulers (Austin, Texas) recognizes that cultural preservation and community leadership thrive best through collaboration. Our affiliations extend across local, national, and international networks that share our vision of promoting Igbo heritage, unity, and responsible leadership in the diaspora.

Parent / National Bodies

We maintain strong ties with recognized umbrella organizations of Igbo titleholders and cultural custodians, including:

• Igbo Council of Chiefs and Traditional Rulers Dallas/ Fort Worth, Texas.

• Ndi Ichie USA – (Proposed)A network of respected Igbo titleholders across the United States committed to upholding traditional values and community service.

Cultural Institutions (Proposed)

Our partnerships with cultural and heritage institutions help us showcase Igbo traditions and history to wider audiences:

• National Museum of African Art (Washington, D.C.) – Collaborating on cultural exhibitions and educational programs.

• Enugu State Museum – Connecting diaspora Igbo to heritage artifacts and historical records.

• Local Cultural Centers – Supporting cultural awareness events, language classes, and traditional arts workshops.

Academic and Research Partnerships (Proposed)

We work with universities and researchers to document, teach, and preserve Igbo history, proverbs, oral traditions, and ceremonial practices:

• University of Nigeria Nsukka (UNN) – Cultural research and academic exchange.

• University of Texas at Austin – Cross-cultural learning programs and community engagement initiatives.

Other Igbo Associations in Austin

We actively collaborate with local Igbo and Nigerian organizations to strengthen our community’s presence and voice:

• Ohanaeze Ndigbo USA – Partnering on unity programs, advocacy, and cultural events.

• Igbo Peoples Congress – Supporting cultural education, charity, and women’s empowerment initiatives.

• Igbo Youth Forum USA– Mentoring and guiding the next generation in Igbo values and leadership.

• Other Igbo Organizations 

International Cultural Networks (Proposed)

We are connected to global platforms that promote African heritage and intercultural dialogue:

• African Cultural Heritage Alliance – Advocating for the preservation and repatriation of African artifacts.

• Pan-African Council of Traditional Leaders – Engaging in leadership dialogue, cultural diplomacy, and peacebuilding initiatives.

Purpose of Our Affiliations

Our affiliations enable us to:

• Share and promote Igbo culture beyond our immediate community.

• Strengthen advocacy for cultural preservation in diaspora settings.

• Facilitate resource exchange for events, education, and community support.

• Build solidarity among titleholders worldwide.